Accounting Manager

Ready to own the close and shape finance at a brand-new Aerospace Manufacturer?! Join our client’s high-caliber team as an Accounting Manager in Manchester, CT. Reporting directly to the new CFO who KBW placed, you’ll lead accounting operations, with a clear path to Controller as the company scales.

Salary: $125,000–$135,000 8% bonus stock options and elite benefits.

Location: Mostly onsite in Manchester, CT (local candidates only; 1–2 remote days possible after ramp-up).

Note: The company is unable to sponsor candidates at this time.

Why Join Us?

• Succession to Controller: Clear growth path in a VC-backed startup with A investors and a world-class board.
• High-Impact Leadership: Own full-cycle accounting and partner with C-suite, engineering, and operations.
• Elite Backing: Large A-round funding with notable investors and BOD.
• Startup Defense Rigor: Work at the intersection of speed and precision—your processes will power aerospace innovation.
• Best-in-Class Perks: 85% paid medical, unlimited PTO, 4% 401(k) match, live performance reviews, and meaningful equity.
• Major Customers: Support programs for Joby Aviation (eVTOL leader) and next-gen drone R&D.

What You’ll Do:

• Own day-to-day accounting: AP, AR, payroll, GL, and full month-end/quarter-end/year-end close under GAAP.
• Strengthen internal controls across cash, fixed assets, and reporting; prep for clean audits.
• Build budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses; deliver dashboards that drive executive decisions.
• Lead ERP transition from QuickBooks to Infor Syteline; integrate HRIS, expense, and finance tools.
• Partner with program leads on cost accounting, direct/indirect cost analysis, and scenario modeling.
• Coordinate external financial and government audits; FAR/DFARS/CAS experience a plus.
• Collaborate with C-suite and manufacturing leaders to align finance with strategic goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 4–6 years in progressive accounting; manufacturing or tech background required (aerospace/defense a major plus).
• Education: Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance; CPA or public accounting background strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel and ERP proficiency (QuickBooks or Infor Syteline transition); cost accounting knowledge essential.
• Knowledge: Deep US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting; government contracting exposure a plus.
• Skills: Dynamic communicator who translates numbers into strategy for executives and engineers.
• Mindset: Hands-on builder, strategic thinker, and thrives in high-growth, fast-paced environments.
• Location: Local to Manchester, CT for mostly onsite work (flexibility for hybrid earned over time).

Ready to Launch Finance into the Future?

Join a VC-backed aerospace leader where your accounting leadership will power the next era of flight! Submit your resume to Nick Congdon at ncongdon@kbwfinancial.com today. Don’t miss this rare chance to grow with a startup backed by visionaries!

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